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Inventory Reveals 88% of Western Puerto Rico Beaches Have Limited Accessibility

Published Jul 10, 2026, 11:10 PM ASTvia El Nuevo Día

Why this matters: Beach accessibility affects tourism and quality of life in Puerto Rico.

An inventory of coastal areas in western Puerto Rico has found that 88% of the beaches in the region have limited accessibility. The beach in Tamarindo, Aguadilla, is one example, where visitors must descend steep stairs in a narrow alley between two buildings to access the beach.

This highlights the challenges faced by individuals trying to access these beaches.

In context (787daily, from public data)

  • Aguadilla

    54,137Census estimate, 2020–20241775Founded36.5 sq mi (94.6 km²)Area
SourceEl Nuevo Día

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